Articles tagged with Robots
Researchers at UC San Diego developed soft actuators that can be controlled electrically, making them compatible with small electronic devices and batteries. These actuators enabled the creation of compact, portable and multifunctional soft robots with various applications.
Deep3DFly uses computer science and neuroscience to model fly movements and poses, enabling robots to climb challenging terrain. The system can automatically predict and correct errors in calculations, opening up new possibilities for robotics and medicine.
The research team aims to design algorithms that optimally distribute computation between robots and the cloud for guaranteed safe robotic operation. 5G systems offer higher data rates but pose challenges due to limited bandwidth and high latency, requiring new control algorithms that can exploit high-rate links when available.
Researchers at U.S. Army Research Laboratory have made significant breakthroughs in developing artificial nanomotors inspired by biological molecules, which can harness Brownian motion for efficient energy production. These advancements aim to create faster, more versatile robots with improved autonomy and stealth capabilities.
The CURSOR project aims to locate survivors trapped under rubble more swiftly and with less risk. The EU-Japan collaboration has developed miniaturized robots equipped with cameras, thermographic capabilities, and chemical sensors to detect human presence.
Researchers created a squidlike robot that uses pulsed jet propulsion, achieving high speeds while minimizing environmental impact. The device can test water samples simultaneously, making it suitable for environmental monitoring.
Compound lenses developed by researchers are inspired by mosquito eyes, providing a wide field of view with rapid imaging capabilities. The new design has antifogging properties, similar to those found in mosquito eyes, making it suitable for applications in drones, robots and medical devices.
A new study by the US Army Research Laboratory found that humans' confidence in robots decreases significantly after a mistake, regardless of transparency. Participants rated the unreliable robot as less trustworthy, likable, and safe than the reliable one.
Researchers created robots entirely from smaller robots called smarticles, unlocking a new locomotion technique. The smarticles can form structures and move in response to stimuli, allowing them to navigate mazes and even change their shapes.
Researchers developed Tunabot to better understand fish propulsion, which could lead to faster, more efficient propulsion systems for underwater vehicles. The robot's design was informed by studies of yellowfin tuna and mackerel, and its performance data sets a high standard for the field of fish robotics.
Researchers develop robotic fish predators that induce fear responses in mosquitofish, triggering avoidance behaviors and physiological changes associated with energy reserve loss. Brief exposure to a robotic largemouth bass replica provokes meaningful stress responses in mosquitofish.
The SUTD researchers developed a strong, flexible and scalable multi-robots system that can be used in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations. The system includes a combination of a wheeled ground unit and miniature robots, allowing it to be scalable and explore dynamic environments.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a stretchable optical lace material that enables soft robots to sense their environment through mechanosensors. The material allows robots to detect changes in stress and strain, enabling them to adjust their actions accordingly.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have created a computer model that can translate text describing physical movements into simple computer-generated animations. The Joint Language-to-Pose model enables sentences and physical motions to be jointly embedded, learning how language is related to action, gestures, and movement.
Researchers found that immediate robot responses stimulated wild Galápagos lizards to react more quickly and often than delayed responses. This may help lizards assess their competitors' aggression levels and avoid injury. The study used realistic robots to simulate displays, providing new insights into lizard communication.
Researchers from SUTD, SUSTech, and ZJU proposed a generic process flow for guiding DLP 3D printing of miniature pneumatic actuators for soft robots. This enables the production of miniature soft robotic actuators with complex geometries and sophisticated multimaterial designs.
A team of scientists from FEFU developed a software module to automatically diagnose defects in sensors and electric drives in various kinds of robots. The system can compensate for detected defects in real time, preserving the required levels of operating quality.
Biomechanics researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology used cockroaches' sprints to develop a method for assessing and improving robot locomotion. The new approach focuses on phase-coupling oscillations, allowing it to work with both insect and robotic systems.
Researchers developed self-folding soft robots inspired by origami, using 3D-printed active hinges that can be programmed to fold at different temperatures. The Rollbot, a flat sheet that curls into a wheel and propels itself, demonstrates the method's capabilities.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed an algorithm that can monitor factory and warehouse workers' behavior in real-time, providing risk scores and suggestions for improving ergonomics. The app will alert workers to high-risk actions and provide feedback on how to modify their behaviors.
Researchers have developed a soft and stretchable pump, eliminating tethers in soft robots. The pump uses an electrical field to circulate liquids, promising applications in exoskeletons, robotic clothing, and smart clothing.
Researchers argue that robots must understand the reason behind their actions to work alongside people safely and effectively. This shift in thinking is necessary as automation increases and human-robot interaction grows.
A study published in Nature Human Behaviour found that people are more upset about losing their jobs to robots than to other workers. The researchers discovered that this preference reverses when it comes to one's own job, with most individuals finding robot replacement less threatening to their self-worth.
The project aims to determine the forces that dictate underwater walking, shedding light on the colonization of land by animals. By studying Spanish ribbed newts, researchers hope to gain insight into the biomechanics of animal movement.
Scientists at North Carolina State University have created a method to remotely control, lock into place, and later transform the shape of soft robots using light and magnetic fields. The technology is promising for medical and aerospace industries.
Scientists at Huazhong University of Science & Technology have created a bio-inspired untethered fully soft robot in liquid that can actuate using environmental energy gradients. The robot achieves an impressive speed of 7 times higher than the best reported value for untethered soft robotic fish.
Boston University researchers found specialized brain cells in rats that provide personal maps of their surroundings. These cells could help create smarter autonomous vehicles by allowing them to navigate complex environments like humans do.
A computational simulation suggests that insects can use skylight properties to determine their compass direction with an error of less than two degrees. This discovery could inspire designs for new navigation tools for robots, potentially replacing GPS technology.
The Asynchronous Coded Electronic Skin (ACES) system can detect touches 1,000 times faster than the human sensory nervous system. It achieves ultra-high responsiveness and robustness to damage, making it suitable for robots and prosthetic devices.
Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have developed micro-bristle-bots that harness vibration to move and interact with their environment. The bots can be controlled by adjusting vibration frequencies and can potentially be used for tasks such as repairing injuries inside the human body or sensing environmental changes.
Scientists developed a command-and-control plugin for intelligent industrial robots, allowing for high-quality 3D computer models to be built quickly and precisely. The software helps solve the issue of hard programming of industrial robots and can fix in-process workpieces on universal positioning devices.
Researchers from UC San Diego successfully embedded complex sensors inside robotic limbs and grippers using commercial 3D printing. However, the performance of these sensors is limited by the use of non-conductive polymers, which require additional post-processing for optimal functionality.
Researchers at EPFL have developed Tribots, three-legged robots that can jump, communicate, and work together like ants. With multiple locomotion modes, they can detect and overcome obstacles, move objects, and even adapt to unknown environments.
Prof. Matthias Althoff's IMPROV system allows robots to assemble and customize themselves using various components, reducing costs and increasing safety. The system uses a built-in chip that enables self-programming and automatic awareness of its surroundings, enabling robots to avoid human contact and optimize tasks.
Researchers at Harvard University have invented a soft ring oscillator that enables soft robots to roll, undulate, sort and swallow. The invention uses pressurized air to create movement, allowing the robots to perform complex movements without electronic components.
A new study shows that social robots can lead to more positive emotions in sick children. The robotic teddy bear, Huggable, improved various patient outcomes compared to traditional interventions.
Carnegie Mellon University has been awarded a $2 million research initiative to develop technologies for robots to explore pits on the moon, which could provide access to shelter and resources. The project aims to mature the technologies necessary for a lunar mission by 2023.
Researchers at MIT have developed an algorithm that accurately aligns partial trajectories in real-time, allowing motion predictors to anticipate the timing of a person's motion. This breakthrough enables robots and humans to work together in close proximity without unnecessary pauses or conflicts.
Professor Archan Misra's new project 'C2SEA' aims to create battery-less wearable and IoT devices for sensing and in-situ computing, reducing energy consumption by 100-fold or greater.
Researchers developed a low-cost, sensor-packed glove that enables an AI system to recognize objects through touch alone. The glove produced high-resolution data at a fraction of the cost of existing sensors, allowing for accurate object classification and weight prediction with up to 76% accuracy.
Researchers have created a novel material that harnesses water to deliver force and motion, revolutionizing the development of soft robots. This new material is made from spores and adhesives, providing an alternative to traditional materials used in hard actuators.
Researchers at the University of Maryland introduced a new way of combining perception and motor commands using hyperdimensional computing theory, which can fundamentally alter AI tasks. This integration enables robots to fuse their perceptions with motor capabilities, creating a more efficient and faster way to complete tasks.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin developed an AI agent that can gather visual information and reconstruct a full 360-degree image of its surroundings. The agent uses deep learning to choose the most informative shots, similar to how humans would take pictures in different directions based on prior experience.
A Brown University researcher has developed an algorithm that allows robots to mimic human handwriting and drawing, enabling them to communicate more fluently with humans. The robot can reproduce words and sketches in various languages with high accuracy, making it a significant step towards better communication between people and robots.
LaViers' paper presents a simplified counting model that compares the expressive capabilities of robots and natural beings, revealing trends in robotic capacity. The research shows that robots perform similarly to a microscopic worm, highlighting the need for improvement in mimicking nature in robotics.
A new learning system developed by MIT researchers improves robots' abilities to shape materials and predict their interactions. The system, called a learning-based particle simulator, can handle diverse materials, including rigid objects, liquids, and deformable materials.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a new design method to create soft robots using 3D printers, which can provide physical interaction and care for the elderly. The technology enables the efficient design and fabrication of soft robots that can be squeezed and stretched to perform complex motions such as gripping or crawling.
Researchers explore how humans perceive robot responsibility and argue that key capacities, such as autonomy and appearance, can influence moral judgments. This understanding is crucial for real-world public policy decisions as robots become increasingly integrated into society.
The UC3M's FECYT project produces educational videos addressing topics like self-driving vehicles, therapy robots, and rare illnesses, combining humour, scientific discoveries, and ethical dilemmas to engage young viewers.
Researchers have developed a drone-based system to spot treat weeds, reducing the risk of pesticide drift. The system uses AI-powered imaging and neural networks to identify weeds and deliver targeted pesticides.
A robot-guided video game has been developed to get older adults learning and working together, staving off dementia. The game's goal is to encourage physical movement and social interaction, addressing isolation a key contributor to dementia progression.
The team developed a transparent, waterproof, and conductive material that can repair itself in both air and water environments. This innovation has the potential to reduce electronic waste by enabling devices to perform self-repair functions.
A study by Cornell University found that when robots excel in competitions, people perceive themselves as less capable and less likable. The research suggests optimizing teams of humans and robots to minimize negative effects on human behavior and reactions.
New insights into nonsmooth surfaces, inspired by frilly surfaces on coral reefs and kale leaves, suggest potential applications in soft-body robotics. The research reveals that these surfaces can change direction without stretching, allowing for efficient movement and flexibility.
Researchers developed a hybrid chip that uses pulse-width encoding to conserve power. The chip enables small robots to operate for several hours on low power consumption, facilitating reconnaissance, search-and-rescue, and other missions. It also accommodates model-based programming and collaborative reinforcement learning.
Researchers discovered that snakes behave like light waves when colliding with obstacles, altering their trajectories through passive mechanisms. The study reveals insights into how limbless animals control their bodies in complex environments.
A study on a desert snake reveals that passive mechanics play a crucial role in its movement, allowing it to navigate complex terrain without altering its self-deformation pattern. This finding has implications for the design of limbless robots, which could improve their mobility in challenging environments.
Researchers discover Euglena cells can crawl fast in narrow spaces using metaboly, a coordinated body deformation. The study could inspire new technologies, such as soft robots that can move efficiently in complex environments.
A novel system developed at MIT uses RFID tags to help robots home in on moving objects with unprecedented speed and accuracy. The system, called TurboTrack, can locate tagged objects within 7.5 milliseconds, on average, and with an error of less than a centimeter.
A team led by Illinois professor Aimy Wissa studied the unique clicking mechanism of click beetles to inspire more agile robots. They discovered how the insect's hinge-like structure enables a quick release mechanism, which is being incorporated into robot prototypes.